Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
astrostephana
ID:
667103

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.M.Howard

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 37: 89 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666435



Common Names

  • Star-flowered Hymenocallis
  • Star-flowered-leaved Hymenocallis
  • Star-flowered-stemmed Hymenocallis


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Description

Hymenocallis astrostephana (also called star-stalk spider lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenocallis astrostephana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenocallis astrostephana is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenocallis astrostephana is a bulbous perennial with large, white flowers and strap-like leaves. It is native to Mexico and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division of the bulbs or by seed.

Where to Find Hymenocallis astrostephana

Hymenocallis astrostephana is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Hymenocallis astrostephana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenocallis astrostephana?

Hymenocallis astrostephana

What is the family of Hymenocallis astrostephana?

Amaryllidaceae

Where is Hymenocallis astrostephana native to?

Mexico

Species in the Hymenocallis genus

Hymenocallis acutifolia, Hymenocallis araniflora, Hymenocallis arenicola, Hymenocallis astrostephana, Hymenocallis azteciana, Hymenocallis baumlii, Hymenocallis bolivariana, Hymenocallis caribaea, Hymenocallis choctawensis, Hymenocallis choretis, Hymenocallis cleo, Hymenocallis clivorum, Hymenocallis concinna, Hymenocallis cordifolia, Hymenocallis coronaria, Hymenocallis crassifolia, Hymenocallis durangoensis, Hymenocallis duvalensis, Hymenocallis eucharidifolia, Hymenocallis fragrans, Hymenocallis franklinensis, Hymenocallis glauca, Hymenocallis godfreyi, Hymenocallis graminifolia, Hymenocallis guatemalensis, Hymenocallis harrisiana, Hymenocallis henryae, Hymenocallis howardii, Hymenocallis imperialis, Hymenocallis incaica, Hymenocallis jaliscensis, Hymenocallis latifolia, Hymenocallis leavenworthii, Hymenocallis limaensis, Hymenocallis liriosme, Hymenocallis littoralis, Hymenocallis lobata, Hymenocallis longibracteata, Hymenocallis maximiliani, Hymenocallis multiflora, Hymenocallis occidentalis, Hymenocallis ornata, Hymenocallis ovata, Hymenocallis palmeri, Hymenocallis partita, Hymenocallis phalangidis, Hymenocallis pimana, Hymenocallis portamonetensis, Hymenocallis praticola, Hymenocallis proterantha,

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-278767: Based on the initial data import
Thaddeus Monroe Howard (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.M.Howard' in the authors string.